New Bike Day - 2022 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Quick intro to the new bike, picked it up November 2022. From BMW S1000XR to KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. This video just runs through why I chose the KTM and what options I went for.

[indiamelia]

Congratulations! I picked up my gen2 1290 SAS in November and I absolutely love it. Sam Vincent has alot to answer for 😂

[markfromleeds]

lovely video bud, im looking forward to watching more of your content subscribed 😀

[FindMindful]

Congratulations on your new motorcycle

[GeE]

Nice! I've ordered the (almost) exact same bike. Getting mine in march. Can't wait.
I did order the arrow sonora exhaust with the panniers, we'll see how that fits.
The windscreen is also getting replaced by the Puig touring screen.

Coming from an older GS, test drove a new R1250Gs and wasn't convinced.
Then did a test drive on the SAS. Went back and ordered it. It's much more fun, and that's the reason I ride a motorcycle.

[stevenSmith-tziy]

Congratulations. I have the same colour, get yourself a headlight protector if you haven't already. Great bike it's such a hoot to ride. I did exactly the same booked a test ride, two hours later brought it back paid the deposit lol

[christophereaves]

i really do love the look at this bike, i so nearly got one however my friend had a Super Duke GT and it was never out of the garage, in the end i thoguht id save my self 8 grand and get the Tracer 9Gt. beautiful bike you dont need to add anything on apart from a top box.. i will defo be looking at this bike again in the next few years.. ive subscribed and looking forward to more vids

[elkruno]

I have the same, as well the same colour! Just in love, very capable bike for long distance! Cheers from BCN

[capt.nandhakumar]

Congrats mate. Having a blast with mine since June 2022.

[scottieray]

I'm very impressed with the fuel economy on my '22 SAS. Mixed riding I usually get upper 40s and easily get 250 miles per tank.

[Ivan_]

Beautiful bike. Looking forward for getting mine. Want to go for the same cases, grey color…

Enjoy the ride!

[michaelletford]

I bought an orange paint pen and painted the stitching when it faded it doesn’t take as long as you think it’s just a dab on each stictch you could try it on your pillion seat I have the 2018 super adventure

[FastyRides]

Hey there. I test rode the same bike from the same show room last year. I loved it, great bike. like you (had) I have a BMW S1000XR but would something with more torque. I probably get a SAS as they seem a great bike and fun when you want them to be. Anyway keep the videos coming I will waiting eagerly for the next one. Fasty-Rides

[SamVBikes]

Congratulations!! Best bike in the world! Perfect choice of colour too 😉 great spec too. Don't listen to all the people saying KTMs have reliability issues. KTMs of old, sure, but these new bikes are no different to BMW, Triumph etc. Ride it regularly and look after it, and it will be fine! 22k miles on mine in 18 months! Thanks for the shout out too bud!

[raymanvonmetal]

Great video! Being in the states I get slight anxiety watching u drive on the left😂

[davehenderson]

I have the same bike, had it 3 weeks, although the dealer had it back for half that time as the quick shifter didn’t work. It’s the first bike I have ever bought without a test ride. Came from a 1250gs. Interested in your panniers as I am not sure which to get, but those do fit the closet 🤔 good luck with your bike 👍

[philwoods]

from your display it doesnt seem like they have hooked up your heated seat...it should display next to your grips. Enjoy your ride, I certainly love mine.

[Martyful]

Defo going to be my next bike. I’ve enjoyed my 2020 GT, but after a test ride on the SAS, I’m a convert. Just wish it had the single sided swing arm and that carbuncle of an exhaust will have to go!

[operationsoperations]

Congrats, super bike you just got yourself. As for the stitching of the pillion seat, take it to your local upholsterer and I am sure he will put in imitation stitching for peanuts and you wont know the difference.

[briansingstock]

How is the engine heat coming off the rear cylinder? I hear the split radiator set up helps. Hoping it does. My test ride today was brilliant, but a cold day and short test. I couldn't tell how the heat was going to be. Thanks and enjoy.

[chrischristofis]

Fantastic bike, you said it all ‘sporty’ sums up a KTM ‘ready to race’ i agree about the BMW GS also a fantastic bike. If you like to twist the throttle a bit cant beat a, KTM though, Ducati, MGuzzi, Aprilla are trying hard